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A table of dishes from China Gourmet in Paso Robles.
June 21, 2026
All Stories, Eat, Featured, Spring 2026 - Issue 51

China Gourmet Goes Off-Menu in Paso Robles

At China Gourmet in Paso Robles, diners are invited to order off the menu. Writer Aja Goare introduces us to Owner Jack Ming and the idea behind his dining approach.

Monarh Grove Winery Rose
June 19, 2026
All Stories, Drink, Featured, Summer 2026 - Issue 52

Monarch Grove Winery Opens New Grover Beach Tasting Room

Portugal style wines are on the menu at Monarch Grove Winery in Grover Beach, where as writer Emily Basanese explains, the owners recently opened a new tasting room.

Illustration by Jenna Hartzell
June 15, 2026
All Stories, Eat, Featured

Perspective: Executive Taste

In this Perspective piece, Loretta McFarland shares how learning to cook in her home kitchen as a child led to a career with unexpected opportunities to serve some iconic people, i...

Ben Arrona’s Benny’s Pizza Palace and Social Club serves the only Detroit-style pizza in San Luis Obispo County.
June 10, 2026
All Stories, Eat, Featured, Summer 2026 - Issue 52

Benny’s Pizza Palace Serves Authenticity in San Luis Obispo

Before opening a pizza restaurant, the owner of Benny’s Pizza Palace in San Luis Obispo was focused on other aspirations. But as writer Christian Camacho explains, Ben Arona is m...

Edible SLO - Issue 52
May 31, 2026
All Stories, Featured, Summer 2026 - Issue 52

As Expected: Edible San Luis Obispo’s ‘Unexpected’ Summer Issue Out Now

Sometimes life’s most meaningful moments come from the most unexpected places. In this issue of Edible San Luis Obispo, we celebrate those moments and the people, places, and sto...

matriarch Ingrid, here with guests who feel like family. The easy conversation and warm smiles keep people coming back.
April 9, 2026
All Stories, Eat, Featured, Spring 2026 - Issue 51

La Casita: Grover Beach Mexican Restaurant’s Full-Flavor Food & Drinks

In this article, Owners of La Casita is Grover Beach share their take on traditional food and drink from south of the border.

You are invited Edible San Luis Obispo First Castle Spring Release Party.
March 29, 2026
All Stories, Community, Events and Partnerships, Featured

You Are Invited: Edible Magazine’s Summer Issue Release Party

In celebration of Edible Magazine’s summer issue release, join us for a party at the first castle on the right, The Anderson Paso! Let’s toast to all who helped get this magazi...

Teatime: A Modern Take on Tradition: Photo by Hugo Martinez
March 23, 2026
All Stories, Featured, Recipes, Spring 2026 - Issue 51

Teatime: A Modern Take on Tradition

Here, we topple the traditional towers of sweets and cucumber tea sandwiches in favor of complex, modern flavors that pair nicely with vibrant tea blends crafted by Spice of Life i...

Eggs and Bacon
March 19, 2026
All Stories, Eat, Featured, Spring 2026 - Issue 51

Tasting Spot: How Eggs & Bacon Became America’s Breakfast of Choice

America’s classic breakfast of bacon and eggs wasn’t decided by simple happenstance, as writer Lauren Yoon explains in this historical piece on the traditional morning meal.

Lundberg family.
March 18, 2026
All Stories, Featured, Food

Babé Farms at 40: The Company That Helped America Fall for Baby Vegetables

This year Babé Farms celebrates its 40th anniversary, marking four decades as a pioneer and driving force in the specialty produce category.

Spring Events Photo
March 15, 2026
All Stories, Community, Featured

Spring Events on the Central Coast

Flowers are in bloom against lush green hillsides across San Luis Obispo County. It’s the perfect backdrop for imbibing with world-renowned wines and chef curated menus of food. ...

Illustration by Dyna Beach
March 12, 2026
All Stories, Drink, Featured, Spring 2026 - Issue 51

Customized Caffeine: Celebrating Central Coast Coffee

San Luis Obispo County, coffee drinkers are fortunate to have a wealth of options to sip a tasty morning brew. This is an ode to some of our favorite ways to caffeinate.

Les Petites Canailles - Julien Asseo
March 10, 2026
All Stories, Eat, Featured, Spring 2026 - Issue 51

Bistronomics: The Cost of Doing Business in SLO County

This article by Linda Reed delves into the expenses that restaurants and wineries must balance with revenue in order to stay afloat in these increasingly pricy times.

Asparagus & White Bean Frittata with Dill Salsa Verde
March 8, 2026
All Stories, Featured, Food, Recipes, Spring 2026 - Issue 51

Recipe: Asparagus & White Bean Frittata with Dill Salsa Verde

This hearty asparagus and white bean frittata, finished with a bright dill salsa verde, is a simple, seasonal dish that brings together fresh vegetables, creamy cheese, and vibrant...

Photo of Bella Steffenauer
March 6, 2026
All Stories, Drink, Featured, Spring 2026 - Issue 51

Perspective: Joebella Coffee’s Young Owner Spills the Tea

In this Perspective piece, a young coffee shop owner describes the challenges of running a business, and the joys of creating connection with customers and the community through co...

Louisa’s Place has cracked and served thousands of eggs since 1976.
March 5, 2026
All Stories, Eat, Featured, Spring 2026 - Issue 51

Diners: A Culture Time Capsule

Writer Jonathan LaFerrara explores the diners of San Luis Obispo County and the classic foods that make these spaces so enduring with photography by Richard Fusillo.

Edible SLO Spring 2026 - Issue 51
March 1, 2026
All Stories, Featured, Spring 2026 - Issue 51

Rise & Shine: Edible San Luis Obispo Spring Edition Available Now

Does the sunrise mark the start of your day, or the end? Mornings, however early or late they begin, can bring us joy before we embrace each day. And there are countless people who...

Photos of Sundance Film Festival
February 27, 2026
All Stories, Experiences, Featured

Credits Roll on Sundance Film Festival in Park City

Though the event will undoubtedly take on a new form and persona in its move to Colorado, the creative soul of the festival lives on through the performers and fans who continue su...

Food for Thought - Winter 2025 - Aja Goare
December 25, 2025
All Stories, Featured, Winter 2025 - Issue 50

Food for Thought: Celebrating Our Golden Jubilee

This issue is our 50th — which coincides with my fifth year as Managing Editor — and we have a lot to celebrate.

Clockwise from top left: Dungeness crab salad with mango, avocado and taro chips; celebrated Chef Charlie Palmer is preparing for his first Central Coast wine country outposts; grilled pork chop with rum-maple barbecue sauce (recipe on page 45); the dreamsicle dessert with flavors of orange, vanilla and cream; peaches, greens and goat cheese appetizer.
December 24, 2025
All Stories, Eat, Featured, Winter 2025 - Issue 50

Michelin-Starred Chef Charlie Palmer Brings 3 concepts to Paso Robles

As told in this story by Linda Reed, Chef Charlie Palmer is bringing his years of experience and more than 20 Michelin stars to three new dining concepts in Paso Robles.

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    A table of dishes from China Gourmet in Paso Robles.
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    China Gourmet Goes Off-Menu in Paso Robles

    Monarh Grove Winery Rose
    June 19, 2026

    Monarch Grove Winery Opens New Grover Beach Tasting Room

    Illustration by Jenna Hartzell
    June 15, 2026

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➡️ This piece is featured in the Summer 2026 issue of Edible San Luis Obispo.
    “I’ve always been an activist at heart. I wanted t “I’ve always been an activist at heart. I wanted to change the world, and I thought that I could do that for law enforcement through helping kids. Now I’m learning how to be an activist.”

Before opening a pizza restaurant, the owner of (@bennyspizzaslo) in San Luis Obispo was focused on other aspirations. But as writer Christian Camacho explains, Ben Arona is making a difference with each slice.

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    🎟️ UPDATE: WE ARE SOLD OUT! SEE YOU AT THE PARTY! 🎟️ UPDATE: WE ARE SOLD OUT! SEE YOU AT THE PARTY!
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🎊 In celebration of Edible Magazine’s summer issue release, join us for a party at the first castle on the right, The Anderson Paso (@theandersonpaso)

🥂Let’s toast to all who helped get this magazine on stands and in our hands, from editorial contributors to our advertisers; from subjects in the features to our digital team; and of course Edible Magazine readers, who give us a reason to keep doing what we do.

Enjoy bites and drinks from The Anderson’s culinary team, with ingredients sourced from farms and purveyors right here on the Central Coast, and opportunities to connect with the bright minds featured in this issue.

Step into our “Unexpected” issue, where moments of surprise reveal themselves in subtle turns; and join us in a spirit of camaraderie and commemoration.

The fête will be held at:
The Anderson Paso
3090 Anderson Rd
Paso Robles

Wednesday, June 24 | 5 – 7pm
    Firestone Walker has created something so darn spe Firestone Walker has created something so darn special with their Invitational! The invited breweries aren’t just the big-name producers drawing all the attention and accolades; smaller craft breweries pour right alongside them. They stand side by side without any hierarchy, each given the same space and consideration, and you’d be hard-pressed to tell which are the smallest operations in the lineup.
 
The best breweries from around the world come together here. Not just ones from across the country, which is already an impressive feat (how does all that beer make its way here in perfect condition? What airport did everyone fly into? Where is everyone staying?! Fun fact: a lot of them camped. We could write a whole article just about the moving parts), but from far beyond it. Breweries from New Zealand, Belgium, Mexico, Japan, and so many more made the journey, thanks to a personal invitation from Brewmaster Matt Brynildson. Another fun fact: every year all the brewers spend a day together at Ravine Waterpark. It’s all nothing short of a logistical marvel. And a real party. 
 
And the food! This isn’t just a beer festival, and the food partners know it. Every restaurant showed up ready to deliver. We were served fresh ceviche, crispy fried shrimp, pulled pork with pickled onions and cornbread, buttery double smashburgers - and so much more...a dozen plates more. 
 
We are so very lucky to have a fest of this caliber right here at home. It’s one of many increasingly frequent moments in SLO County that make us stop and think “I can’t believe this is here!” in the best possible way. It is a feeling that never quite loses its luster. 

Photos by @confettilife
    🤩 Oh, Hello Summer Issue! Sometimes life’s most 🤩 Oh, Hello Summer Issue! 

Sometimes life’s most meaningful moments come from the most unexpected places. In this issue of Edible San Luis Obispo, we celebrate those moments and the people, places, and stories behind them.

☀️ You can pick up this summer’s issue of “Unexpected” and support our writers, photographers, illustrators, and designers. 

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    TOUR + TASTE + LEARN and explore our local agricul TOUR + TASTE + LEARN and explore our local agriculture June 19th-21st for @farmsteaded SLO County Farm Trail’s 6th Annual Open Farm Days Weekend. Tickets are FREE - register for yours at farmsteaded.com/openfarmdays.

20+ farms, ranches, producers and purveyors welcome you to experience our local agriCULTURE firsthand out on the trail. This family-friendly experience is an up-close chance to learn about agriculture through demonstrations, tastings,  workshops, and farm tours.

Local farms will be featuring everything from beekeeping to olive oil production, vegetable and fruit growing. Local ranchers will introduce you to goats, alpaca, sheep, pigs, and more, while local purveyors will showcase their locally made products using our locally grown.

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Open Farm Days is a special annual engagement organized by Farmstead ED SLO County Farm Trail (@farmsteaded)

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